April 2008
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SUN_LIST from the Sierra Singles Executive Committee
San Francisco Bay Chapter Sierra Club - March 13, 2008
The Sierra Singles Section of the San Francisco Bay Chapter has an important announcement to make, regarding your subscription to the SFSS newsletter.
As of July 2008, the SFSS newsletter will cease to be published. The last edition of the newsletter will be the June 2008 version.
In place of the newsletter, The Sierra Singles leaders will be listing their events on the following website:
http://www.sierraclub.org
- click on "My Chapter" button in the right hand corner;
- select a chapter - California - San Francisco - "Just Visit";
- click on Calendar of Events.
NOTE: It is suggested to type in the website onto the Internet and not click on it here.
Basically, we are listing our events in the Bay Chapter newspaper, The Yodeler.
We are not accepting any more subscriptions, as of Monday, March 31, 2008. What does this mean to you as a SFSS Subscriber? It means that we will be refunding a pro-rated portion of your subscription to you. You can expect checks for your refund to be sent out sometime after July 1, 2008. We will be using your most recent mailing address in order to refund your moneys. If you would like the Executive Committee to donate your pro-rated portion of your subscription to the Bay Chapter of the Sierra Club, we will be glad to do that for you. Please email Pam Hampton-SFSierraSingles@aol.com-our editor, with this choice before Sunday, June 15, 2008.
A lot of time and energy has been put into this new concept for the SFSS and it was not decided overnight. We are attempting to streamline our operations and we find that this is the most cost effective way to handle our situation.
If you have any questions, please feel free to email Richard Lardner - Chairperson: richardlardner@sbcglobal.net.
Thanks for your support during your subscription! We look forward to continuously seeing you on our events!
Sierra Singles Executive Committee
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Day Hike/Nature Outing
Environmental Event
Overnight Trip
Social Activity
Water Activity
BicyclingAll events with designations such as "2B" are hikes, unless otherwise noted.
Note: Carpools & are "no-host" unless otherwise specified. See "Carpooling".
Coed Softball Softball Every Sunday: We play noncompetitive [no scores and no striking out] games. Players of all playing abilities are welcomed. If you have never played before, we'll show you how to play. Our games are a good way to learn and improve ones softball skills. Women players are especially welcomed. Alcohol is not allowed on school grounds. Optional pizza stop after the game. Meet: 1pm - call Albert Chiu, 510-339-3320 for location.
THIS IS AN UNOFFICIAL EVENT, NOT LEAD BY SF SIERRA SINGLES NOR ASSOCIATED WITH THE SIERRA CLUB.
April 5, Saturday - 2B Mt Diablo Wildflowers: Join us on a moderately paced circumnavigation of Mt Diablo and a trip to its main peak on which one can see the most land area second only from the top of Mt Kilimanjaro. Frequent stops will be made to enjoy the spring wild flowers. Prepare for possible mud and cold wind. Optional post-hike dinner. Bring: lunch, liquids, snacks to share and layered clothing. Hiking boots are recommended as there is some steep downhill with loose rocks. Meet: 11am in the parking lot in front of Juniper Campground. Leader: Albert Chiu, 510-339-3320; albertchiu@peoplepc.com. Directions: take Hwy 24 through Caldecott tunnel and exit at Ygnacio Valley Rd. Turn right on Ygnacio Rd. East to Walnut Ave. Turn right on Walnut Ave to traffic circle and go right then left on to North Gate Rd. Following North Gate Rd to Juniper Campground. Allow time to get up the mountain to the campground. ($6 entrance fee) Carpool: NO-9:45am. Rain cancels.
April 6, Sunday - 2B Stinson Beach and Steep Ravine Trail: Come join this 8 mile hike to Stinson Beach using the Matt Davis, Steep Ravine and Dipsea trails. This hike contrasts rock formations and marsh land with a climb up a ladder along Webb Creek. Bring: boots and layers. Meet: 11 am Bootjack Trailhead on the Panoramic Hwy. Leader: John Ferreira, 650-697-6304; ferreirajohn@msn.com. Directions: from Hwy 101 exit Hwy 1 to Stinson Beach. Turn left at stop sign onto Shoreline Hwy. At the split turn right onto Panoramic Hwy toward Mt Tamalpais State Park. Bootjack Trailhead is 1 mile before park entrance. Carpool: SF-10:15am.
April 9+23, Wednesdays - Non-Violent Bridge Night: Join us for an evening of Bridge and good company. We meet in different players' homes on the second & fourth Wednesdays of each month. Players should be familiar with the game but need not be expert. For more information contact: Judy, 510-601-8556; jsuther59@yahoo.com; or Jeanne, 925-943-6167; mmagnani@yahoo.com or Brad, 415-587-3709; bradleyfinegold@netvista.net. Leader: Danny Hirsch.
April 12, Saturday - 2B SF Park-to-Park - Another car-free hike! From our starting point at Glen Park BART station, we will take the path less traveled through the infrequently visited Glen Canyon Park and head up each of the Twin Peaks. Take in spectacular 360° views from the top of San Francisco! Descend to Mt. Sutro and on to Golden Gate Park for optional stops at the Japanese Tea Garden, DeYoung Museum, or Botanical Gardens. Bring: lunch, water, layered clothing, rain gear (light rain does not cancel). Japanese Tea Garden admission $4; $1.50 for 65+. Wear: long sleeves, long pants. Meet: 10am at the circle bench outside of Glen Park BART station. Return: 2ish p.m. via 44 bus to Glen Park BART, or other transit options. Transit: Various Muni buses ($1.50 or $.50 for 65+) or BART to Glen Park. Car parking sparse but may be available on adjacent streets. Driving Directions: I-280 South towards Daly City; Monterey Blvd. exit, turn sharp right onto Monterey Blvd; turn slight left onto Diamond St. Leaders: John Doidge & Lucy Zhang, jrdoidge@gmail.com; 415-847-5308.
April 12, Saturday - 3C/D Wildflower Hike Pinnacles Nat. Monument: Enjoy world-renown spring wildflowers and spectacular rock formations at this "must-see" park, 1hr S of Gilroy. Be prepared for a challenging 12mi loop, 3000ft elevation gain, numerous ladders, and a .25mi natural tunnel [if open]. Bring: water, lunch, sturdy shoes, sun protection, flashlight, and a taste for natural history. Meet: 10:15am at Peaks View Picnic Area, 0.7mi past E Gate Park entrance, on left. Return: about 6pm, optional post-hike meal at local restaurant. Leader: Joe Balciunas, 510-234-3785; joehike@gmail.com Directions: from San Jose, south on Hwy 101, in Gilroy, exit onto Hwy 25 south, through Hollister, then 30mi, right onto Hwy 146 W, then 5mi to Park-(tm)s East Gate, [allow 10 minutes to pay $5/car fee]. For Park directions, trail map, etc., visit: http://www.nps.gov/pinn. Carpool: leader will circulate email addresses of those wishing to carpool. Forecast of heavy rain postpones until April 19. Co-listed w/SF Sierra Club Hiking Section.
April 13, Sunday - 2B Walk on the Wild(cat) side - Wildflower/Weed Hike, Come see which native wildflowers are blooming and competing with the many invasive European grasses, thistles, and other weeds. A leisurely paced, 8mi hike through Wildcat Canyon, the less-used northern neighbor of Tilden Park. Bring: water, sun-screen, lunch, and beverages/snacks for the post-hike celebration at the picnic area. Meet: 10am at Alvarado Staging Area of Wildcat Canyon Regional Park. Return: around 3pm, then (optional) post-hike refreshments. Leader: Joe Balciunas, 510-234-3785; joehike@gmail.com. Directions: go north on I-80, through Berkeley and El Cerrito, and in Richmond, take the Solano Ave exit [second exit after Cutting Blvd exit]. At bottom of exit ramp, continue straight (north) alongside Freeway for three blocks, then turn right (east) on McBryde Ave, after 0.5 mi, bear left on Park Ave, then, after 100 yards, turn left into the small Alvarado parking lot [additional parking on street]. Coming from the west, take Rt 24 east to Orinda, San Pablo Dam Rd to I-80 in Richmond, south on I-80 one exit to McBryde Ave. For personalized directions and a map, point your web browser to http://maps.yahoo.com/ then enter <5839 Park Ave, Richmond 94805> in the "Address" & "City" boxes. Co-listed w/Sierra Club WCCG.
April 13, Sunday - Potluck Dinner & Discussion: Join us for good food and lively discussion. Choice of topic is made by group and for the most part centers around questions men and women would like to ask each other. Bring: food to share. Meet: 6-9pm, at Berkeley Fellowship of Unitarian Universalist, Cedar at Bonita [1 block east of Martin Luther King]. Enter through gate on Bonita and proceed upstairs. $3 requested donation. Leaders: Victor Bluestone, 510-644-0427. Reservations NOT needed.
April 19, Saturday - 2B & 1A Pt Reyes Wildflower Hikes: Two back-to-back hikes to savor the wildflowers blooming along some of Pt Reyes-(tm) most productive trails. The first hike is a 7mi loop from Pt Reyes Hill to Muddy Hollow with a long, uphill finish. Then we will drive to the Bull Pt Trailhead for a short [3.6mi] hike. Bring: water [no water or bathrooms at trailheads], lunch, sturdy shoes, sun protection, and wildflower guide (optional). Meet: 10 am at the Mt Vision Trailhead. Return: about 6pm, followed by optional refreshments/dinner at local café. Leader: Joe Balciunas, 510-234-3785. Directions: from stop-signal in Olema, right [N] on Hwy 1 for 2mi; left on Sir Francis Drake Blvd for 7.4mi [through the town of Inverness, and 1mi past the turn-off to McClures Bch] then left on Mt Vision Rd for 3 winding miles to its end at trailhead [allow 30 minutes from Olema]. Heavy rain cancels.
April 19, Saturday - 3B Pine Canyon: This is a moderately paced hike to explore the foothills of Mt Diablo and to look for wildflowers. The hike is 11-12 miles with a steep climb at the beginning and with frequent stops to identify wildflowers. Bring: lunch, liquids (extra water if it is a hot day), snacks to share and layered clothing. Expect mud and hiking boots are recommended. Meet: 11am at Broges Ranch in Walnut Creek. Leader: Albert Chiu, 510-339-3320; albertchiu@peoplepc.com Directions: from Oakland\Berkeley, take Hwy 24 east through Caldecott tunnel and exit at Ygnacio Valley Rd. Right on Ygnacio Valley Rd to Walnut Ave. Right on Walnut Ave to traffic circle and go right and then right onto Castle Rock Rd. Go about a mile and turn right onto Borge Ranch Rd. Park at the lower parking lot at the ranch. Carpool: NO-10:15am. Rain cancels.
April 23, Wednesday - Non-Violent Bridge: see April 9 for details.
April 26, Saturday - 4D Mt Diablo: Explore narrow canyons and sharp ridges on this climb to the summit of Mt Diablo (3849 ft). Moderate pace, but frequent stops for flower identification likely. Be prepared for ticks, poison oak, and any kind of weather. Park rules prohibit alcoholic beverages. Optional dinner stop after hike Cost: $3 parking fee. Bring: lunch, liquids, and layered clothing. Hiking boots strongly recommended. Meet: 9am at the Mitchell Canyon Staging Area in Mt Diablo State Park. Return: to trailhead about 7pm. Leader: Steve Bakaley, slbakaley@lbl.gov - preferred; 925-945-8205. Directions: Hwy 24 east to Walnut Creek, Hwy 680 north a short distance to Ygnacio Valley Rd exit. Turn right on Ygnacio Valley and go 8 mi to Pine Hollow Rd. Turn right & go about 1mi to Mitchell Canyon Rd. Turn right & cont. to end of road at park entrance. Carpool: Leader at Walnut Creek BART 8:15am; No host 7:30 at NW corner Geary + Funston; no host 8am North Oakland BART. Rain cancels Co-Listed with MDG.
April 26, Saturday - 2C McNee Ranch/Montara Mtn (Pacifica): Take in amazing ocean views as we stroll above Cabrillo Highway and the crashing surf. Then, make the steady climb to reach our lunch destination, 1898' Montara Mountain. Portions of the trail are steep, requiring good footwear. Wind and weather are highly variable, so dress in layers, including wind and sun protection. Bring: lunch, liquids (none available on trail or at trailhead). Meet: 10am Gray Whale Cove parking lot. Return: about 3:30pm. Driving Directions: from the North, take Hwy 1 south past Pacifica. Gray Whale Cove parking is on the left, 3misouth of the Linda del Mar traffic light in Pacifica. Sign says McNee Ranch. Carpool: SF-9:30am. Leaders: John Doidge and Lucy Zhang; jrdoidge@gmail.com. 415-847-5308. Rain does not cancel.
April 26, Saturday - 2/3B Sierra Singles Steep Ravine to Laurel Dell Loop: We'll hike up Steep Ravine Trail thru lush ferns and waterfalls to Laurel Dell picnic area where we will break for lunch. We'll return to Stinson Beach via the Matt Davis Trail and enjoy spectacular views along the way. A portion of this trail has narrow footing across a sloping hillside. Possible after hike dinner. Bring: lunch, liquids, layers, sun screen, protection from poison oak, snacks to share (optional). Meet: 10:30am in parking lot at Stinson Beach (no fee to park) behind Parkside Cafe. Leader: Colleen Kearney, 925-451-6346; cekearney [at] comcast [dot] net. Directions: from Hwy 101 exit "Hwy 1, Stinson Beach". Follow the signs and continue on Hwy 1 which will bring you directly into Stinson Beach. ALTERNATE TO HWY 1. While on Hwy 1turn right at the sign for Muir Woods and Mt Tamalpais State Park and take Panoramic Hwy through the park. It will take you back to Hwy 1 and will end only blocks south of Stinson Beach. Both highways are extremely scenic and extremely curvy. Carpool: NO-9:15 am. Steady rain cancels.
April 27, Sunday - 2B Briones Loop Hike: us on a hike in this pleasant East Bay regional park on trails of his choice. Total mileage should be about 9mi with a fair amount of uphill and downhill. Moderate pace will be trodden through wooded ravines and grassy hilltops where Contra Costa views abound. Lunch spot overlooks beautiful Pleasant Hill midway into the hike. Meet leader: Neil Kaplan, 510-451-5252, near the base of escalators at the Rockridge BART at 9:40am or at 10:30am at the Left parking Lot just inside Briones Regional Park gate. Return: to parking lot about 4pm. Rain preceding hike makes things real muddy here. But steady rain cancels-let's hope it doesn't rain. Co-listed w/Jewish Singles Hiking Section.
In order to participate on one of Sierra Singles' outings, you will need to sign a liability waiver. If you would like to read a copy of the waiver prior to the outing, please see: Effective January 2002. http://www.sfbay.sierraclub.org/singles/or call 415-977-5630.
Thursday, May 15: San Francisco Dinner "Around the World in Seven Months: One Part: The Journey from Beijing to Moscow: Social hour 6 pm, dinner 7, show 8--City Forest Lodge, 254 Laguna Honda Boulevard, San Francisco (across from Laguna Honda Hospital and downhill from Forest Hill Station; take Muni's, K,L,M or 43). Come early for street parking (no sidewalk parking please). Our speakers, Bryan and Audrey Gillette, took seven months off work and away from their careers to make their dream come true--to go around the world... and to do it their way. Their way was not the usual way. No guided tour. They will explain to you that it does not have to cost an arm and a leg to do such a trip, and you don't have to eat only noodles and sleep on benches in a park. Reservations are required for this exciting evening (no attendance for program only).
They spent a full year planning for the logistics of their trip and they spent a great deal of time agreeing on what they wanted to see and do. They ended up carrying 30 pound packs and found that to be the best arrangement for jumping onto airplanes, into taxies, being crammed into China's subways, as well as climbing onto elephants' backs. They will share their tips on planning, clothing and equipment for such a trip. A trip around the world cannot be compressed into an hour's presentation, so Bryan and Audrey have chosen to show us and tell us about the portion of their trip that includes Southeast Asia, China, and a spectacular 10 day train ride from Beijing to Moscow. Bryan has a bachelor's degree from UC Davis and an MBA from Cal State University at Hayward. He has extensive work experience in the corporate world, but more importantly, he is a traveler. In 1990 he completed a solo bicycle trip of 4,000 miles across and around the US and has done many other long-distance bicycle trips. He has been to 28 countries on 4 continents, as well as 26 of the 50 United States. Audrey has a bachelor's degree from UC Davis and has spent her professional career as a corporate events project manager and also as a manager of food and music festivals. She too has traveled extensively, visiting 30 countries on 4 continents and 23 of the 50 United State. Non-members are welcome. Mail check for $13.50 made out to "Sierra Club, S.F. Bay Chapter" to Barb Bourns at: 274A Connecticut St, San Francisco, CA 94107. Checks must be received by Mon, May 12, 2008. Specify clearly which dinner your want. Bring your own wine or soft drinks. Glasses and ice available. Let us know if you are a vegetarian. Questions? Call Barb before 9 pm at (415) 431 6054. Make your reservations early
Wilderness First Aid Class co-sponsored
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You can become a Sierra Singles leader! Lead hikes, bike rides, camping trips, social outings or other activities you create. You could also organize trail maintenance outings in local parks, or select a Habitat Restoration event. Contact an Executive Committee member or Activities Chair, or ask any leader for details on qualifying to become a leader when you meet them at an event. Any of them will be glad to help you get started. |
Help make the no host carpools work. If you're driving please stop by a nearby carpool to pick up others for events.
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On all hikes, be sure to bring plenty of water and wear sturdy footgear. Wear or bring clothing appropriate for the conditions you could encounter. Long sleeve shirts and long loose-fitting pants, are good protection from brush scratches and ticks. Bring sun block and tick repellent if you're susceptible.
Most parks do not allow dogs or other animals to be brought to the parks. Exceptions are noted by invitations within listings.
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Editor's Desk 510-654-7758 mail: Pam Hampton 5494 College Ave. #9 Oakland, CA 94618 Deadline for event submittals is the 10th of the month preceding the month of publication. If possible mirror format used in this issue. Please adhere to the deadline Thanks. POLICY FOR LISTINGS See Leader By-Laws, section 5000 Subscription Problems? If you have problems with your subscription, or need additional information, please leave a message at: email: SFBAY-SINGLES-NEWS-request@lists.sierraclub.org Please allow time for changes to be made, but if problems persist, call the Editor. Mailing Address: Sierra Singles
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Subscriptions vs. Membership: You are reading the monthly newsletter of the Sierra Singles Section of the Bay Chapter of the Sierra Club. Although you do not need to be a member of the Sierra Club to receive the newsletter and participate in events, we certainly hope that you will consider supporting, through your membership, the nation's oldest and largest environmental organization. With your membership in the Sierra Club, you will receive the club's full-color periodical, "Sierra", and the newsletter of the local chapter.Participation: The Sierra Singles welcomes single adults. Children and dogs are welcome only on certain events, when specified. If you are unsure, please call the activity leader before bringing your child on an event. Events in this schedule are run by volunteer leaders approved by Sierra Singles. We strive to have each event be well-led and a worthwhile experience for everyone. If you have problems on an event that you don't believe were adequately addressed by the activity leader, please contact a member of the Executive Committee. Events are planned to be safe and enjoyable for all participants. Leaders are authorized to take reasonable steps to ensure the health and safety of participants, and protection of the environment, the property of others and the good name of the Sierra Club. Leaders may therefore exclude or expel from an event anyone not adequately prepared, or whose behavior is considered inappropriate or detrimental to those standards and values. Events With Costs or Fees: Unless labeled as a fund-raiser, such events are intended to break-even and should neither cost nor profit the leader. Fees charged are accounted for by the leader to the Sierra Singles, and you are also entitled to an accounting. Bear in mind that some expenses incurred by the leader in planning the trip cannot be recovered; ask the leader about their refund policy before sending money. Please, do not direct any communication re: your subscription to either the Chapter office or bookstore. They do not have any information about our subscriptions!! Do not send checks for joining the Sierra Club to Sierra Singles. Thank You Compliments/Complaints |
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Member at Large Julia Cordell jxcordell@hotmail.com Secretary Joe Schmidt 650-592-1458 josephaschmidt@yahoo.com Treasurer & Information Officer Albert Chiu 510-339-3320 albertchiu@peoplepc.com Chair Richard Penn Lardner 707-291-8372 richardlardner@sbcglobal.net Activity Leaders Hiking Richard Penn Lardner 707-291-8372 richardlardner@sbcglobal.net Camping: Dan Hirsch dihirsch@msn.com 510-531-4748 Backpacking: Tom Meissner thomas@remss.com 707-795-7980 Bicycling: Doug Baker dougbaker2@earthlink.net 510-658-5941 Watercraft: George Liu gleoyliu@war-is-hell.com First Aid Joanne Draybek 510-848-0800 Weather Mike Pechner 707-864-8152 |
(Hikes which begin & end the same day.) Distance: 1. up to 6 miles 2. 6 to 10 miles 3. 10 to 15 miles 4. Over 16 miles Elevation gain: We recommend you use hiking boots for all trail activities - even day hikes. Always bring enough water for the trip. Elevation gain is the sum of all uphill segments of a trip. If you are new to the activity, start with an easy trip until you have learned your own limits. BICYCLE RIDES: Terrain Pace |
We encourage use of carpools, but because of insurance restrictions activity leaders cannot arrange them for you. On overnight trips, find out who is going & make your own arrangements, including how much passengers will pay driver for ride; we recommend drivers & passengers agree upon rate before trip, & that drivers be paid upon arrival at the destination. You will normally ride back with the same driver. If you decide for some reason not to ride back with the same driver, pay driver full round trip amount. Your driver was counting on your share for the full round trip. We recommend the rate of compensation of 25¢/mi divided by the total people in the car. This rate includes not only gas, but wear & tear on the car, which is only fair. Remember, your driver has put their vehicle at risk, especially under winter driving conditions, to give you a ride. This rate may vary, depending upon the efficiency of the vehicle. On some activities, carpool pickup points & times will be indicated in the schedule; if you are driving, do others a favor & stop by the carpool pickup location nearest you - the system is only as good as its volunteers. Carpool location codes are: DC Daly City BART taxi area OTHER RESOURCES: AC Transit 510-839-2882 National Headquarters Sierra Club 415-977-5500 |
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